Please don’t let Measure S fail because you believe a last-minute opposition rumor that just isn’t true. Do your research. This vote is critical to the future well being of Lake County. 

There are numerous sources available where you can find out the facts.

Go to www.savethelake.info . Read the language of Measure S and the “frequently asked questions” section.

Stay up-to-date on rebuttal to last minute opposition by liking the Save the Lake Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/saveclearlake .

Attend the Measure S summit at the Soper-Reese Theatre on Wednesday, October 22, to hear from a panel of experts. Bring your questions. Voice your concerns.

You will find out, among other things, that:

– There are safeguards in place to stop the Board of Supervisors from diverting the funds from their intended purpose.
– There will be a citizens’ oversight committee and independent audits.
– The tax will not be levied on food, medicine, gas and utilities. That it is a half-cent tax – only five cents on a $10 t-shirt.
– There will be public hearings before the final plan is put in place where you can provide your input.
– You want more money spent on one option more than another? Have a project you believe would really help? Everyone will have an opportunity to speak up.

Let’s get this passed. Take local control of the clean up of our beloved lake by providing a reliable source of funding to undo years of abuse and neglect.

Years from now as Lake County is thriving, we will tell our grandchildren and great grandchildren that we proudly voted yes when the call was made to save Clear Lake.

Yes on Measure S.

Gillian Parrillo lives in Kelseyville, Calif.